1999 Honda City vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda City weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1999 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos. 2007 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda City has manual transmission. 1999 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2007 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | City | Atos |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1084 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |